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Finding My Way Back to My Roots I am startled awake by a booming clap of thunder. My room briefly illuminates in a flash of lightning, fading into darkness just as quickly. Another rumbling boom of thunder shakes my house, followed by another, and now, I am wide awake. I check the clock- it’s 5:30…
Read MoreWhen I think of my childhood, I think of a very few fond memories mixed with a lot of sad ones. I remember fishing with my grandpa with my Mickey Mouse fishing rod. And I remember crying because my Daddy didn’t want me. Like so many others, my mother was a single mom, having left…
Read MoreThe other day I went to get a massage, and during the session, my trauma was triggered. The therapist was clearly in a funk, and I sensed their stressed energy upon arrival. They didn’t warm up my tissues first, and immediately dove deep, several times triggering my fight or flight response. My muscles tightened up…
Read MorePeople often ask me if post op massage is a good idea. I always advise that it’s best to ask your doctor, as every case is different, but in general, many people find that post-op massage increases healing time and aids in recovery. Why? Massage increases blood flow, aids in circulation, and improves the…
Read MoreWhat makes summer a great time for Thai Massage? Thai Massage comes from Thailand- the land of smiles and sunshine. The modality originated in a warm climate, and is best done when it’s warm out. This helps the body to become looser and more malleable. For this reason, Thai massage is more commonly received in…
Read MorePeople greatly underestimate the healing power of human touch. It has long been documented, especially in cases of “failure to thrive,” that human touch can mean the difference between life and death. In 1915, it was reported that several babies under the age of two died from lack of touch. Nothing else was different except…
Read MoreYou may know that I traveled to Thailand two years in a row to get trained in traditional Northern Style Thai Yoga massage! The experience was incredible and very healing. I would love to share this beautiful and intimate modality with you. What is Thai Yoga Massage? Thai Yoga Massage uses compassionate touch, facilitated stretching…
Read MoreLast year I decided to take a big leap and shift my practice to focusing ONLY on women. After fifteen years in practice as a massage therapist, working with all different types of people and demographics, I knew that it was time to niche down and specialize in an area I was passionate about. Many…
Read MoreLiving with Chronic Pain If you are one of the many people who suffer daily with chronic pain, know that you are not alone. Chronic pain is something that millions of people live with, but not a lot of people talk about. About 6 years ago I had a herniated disc at L5-S1. I…
Read MorePrism Bodywork now offers Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMF) with each massage using my new BioMat. The BioMat is installed directly on the massage table so my clients can enjoy the healing effects during and long after their massage. About BioMat In addition to generating a Pulsed Electromagnetic Field, Its adjustable heating element offers a…
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